Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Gangs on Chart

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0128TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with the use of a process chart called "gang process chart" for improving the method when a group of workers is involved. The gang process chart helps to identify avoidable delays and movements in the process and also examine the possibilities of elimination/ combination of operations. The process being ... More

  2. Hindustan Photo Films (C)

    Authors: Prahalad, C K; Thomas, Philip S;

    Reference No: BP0111(C) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Describes the progress made by HPF from 1972 to 1976 under the new part-time chairman. ... More

  3. Janata Textile Corporation (A)

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0312(A) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: An introductory problem in process costing, covering four processes and three products. Introduces the concepts of transferred-in costs and equivalent units. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process and losses. ... More

  4. Tape Sorting

    Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

    Reference No: QM0121TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Describes techniques of sorting a tape-based file on a computer where the file is too large to be resident in the computer's memory. Methods covered in detail are balanced merging and polyphase merging. ... More

  5. Hi-Sell Paperbacks Company

    Authors: Prasad, Keshav;

    Reference No: MAR0093 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This case describes the situation where the company is concerned about a specific definition of marketing problems relating to both opportunities and threats. The discussion will lead to specification of information needs and an approach to solve sample design problems. ... More

  6. Delhi Distributors (Private) Limited**

    Authors: Mehta, S C;

    Reference No: MAR0167 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case deals with product line evaluation of a mediumsized distributor of consumer durables. Performance of the product lines carried is evaluated using three different criteria, namely, gross profit, percentage profit margin, and return on investment. An attempt is made to demonstrate the superiority of ROI criterion over the ... More

  7. Pragati Chemicals (B)

    Authors: Bhandari, Labdhi R;

    Reference No: MAR0197(B) Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case raises issues concerning organization of the marketing function. It describes the evolution of the marketing organization, and discusses the experience with recent organizational arrangements. A novel form of organization, involving parallel organizations for new products and established products, adopted by the company is discussed. ... More

  8. Kankaria Chemical Works

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0087 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This is a case in comprehensive variance analysis. Requires computation of material, labour, and variable and fixed overheads in a process-costing situation. Variances have to be worked out on equivalent units of production rather than on just finished goods. ... More

  9. Machines are Interacting

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0135TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This is a note dealing with the interaction between man and machine in a man?machine system. The productivity of such a system is primarily determined by the time required to complete a full cycle of operations. In order to improve the productivity of such a system, recording the cycle ... More

  10. Mahesh Kumar Jha

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: BP0102 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case traces the life of an individual who runs away from home, is employed as a domestic servant and enters industry. His interactions with top management and two different types of personnel managers, and his emergence and eclipse as a trade union leader are traced. ... More

  11. Standard Tile Company

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0303 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with a problem in material cost variance. Requires computation of price, mix and yield variances. ... More

  12. Motivation Research

    Authors: Arul, Assumptha; Mohan, Manendra; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0233TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This note describes "motivation research" in some detail. The elements constituting the "why" of purchase and consumption behaviour are briefly explained. The techniques, i.e., projective and nonprojective, are illustratively explained. Finally, the note discusses the importance of motivation research in market research. ... More

  13. Fertilizers Limited

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0126TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with incentive schemes in a large firm producing fertilizers. The variety of jobs prevailing in such a firm makes the designing of suitable incentive schemes quite complex. The case primarily involves evaluation of group incentive schemes and incentives computation for workers in different groups. ... More

  14. Sunanda Alkalies Limited

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0283 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A caustic soda manufacturer was considering several alternatives for improving the firm's profitability. The company had faced a severe power-cut and the consequent underutilization of capacity and rise in unit cost. The case enables analysis of cost data for shortterm and longterm pricing. Students will be expected ... More

  15. Sulphuric Acid Plant

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0310 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Gives the breakup of cost of production of sulphuric acid for a medium-scale manufacturer in 1966. Details are given in terms of actual totals for three chosen months, and estimated per unit costs for 1967. Variability of costs are not given. Students are expected to discern the behaviour of costs from ... More

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